30. Icon on glass, "Saint Haralambie the Savior from Plague", attributed to the painter Matei Țâmforea, Cârțișoara, 1868, extremely rare, collection piece

The traditional image of Saint Haralambie is here complemented by a complex urban background, composed of architectural elements such as churches and palaces, all surrounded by a fortified enclosure, equipped with several gates - reminiscent of the structure of Transylvanian cities in the premodern era. On the road in front of the fortress, a group of characters is heading towards the saint, represented in an attitude of veneration, with their arms raised in a salutation gesture. In the opposite corner of the composition, a kneeling woman reiterates this gesture, contributing to the illustration of collective gratitude towards the thaumaturge saint, who is depicted dominating the allegorical figure of the plague, chained at his feet.

Dimensions

width 47 cm, height 52 cm

Description

tempera and gold foil on glazing, baited frame, with efforts

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